If you know troy and I you know how unique our love is, not everyone is lucky enough to have a love like we do. I cry laughing, we bicker, and joke, he’s my soulmate. My calm in the chaos. I love you bub to the moon and back 🖤

Keeping it real with ya for a second. The look of a mother who’s feet are absolutely soaking wet, standing in the bush while your kid plays in the snow. I got hit with a stick (from the kid 🙃) but it was still one of the best days ever.

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Mommy’s little minion 🍦👶🏽❤️
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But seriously how cute is this shirt? Visit @outspokenkidz and use our code: ERICNICK at checkout and save some dough❤️

As we have been looking at names for our new little sugar, I stumbled across little Alina’s name and it’s meaning! When naming her I do remember I loved the meaning of it but of course I somewhat forgot. .
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This was a lovely reminder of the meaning and beautiful description of our beautiful big girl! I love the name we chose for her and cannot wait until we find our next princess’ name and meaning 🥰❤️
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The holidays can take their toll on you so make sure that you have plenty of caramel on-hand to ease the stress of having a houseful (or being in a houseful)! C'mon by the store and load up on your favorite flavors... before it's too late! Disclaimer: Fortunately for us, we have great in-laws! 😉www.southerncaramel.com

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How did I get so lucky 🧡

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All I want out of this fall/winter season are all of the 🐫 colored coats! It seems I can’t help myself I’ve already purchased three. THREE!
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Hey, in other news it’s Thanksgiving week which means my 🦃 is sitting in the kitchen sink thawing himself something pretty awaiting to be brined tomorrow.
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Every year I brine & roast my turkey using the same Martha Stewart recipes I’ve used for the past 10 years! If it’s not broke don’t fix it right?! The turkey always comes out so moist and flavorful; without fail there’s never leftovers for sandwich’s which is both conflicting & encouraging.
1. It was that dang good to be gobbled up in the first place
2. But no leftover turkey sandwiches!!!!!
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Oh when we picked up our 24lb bird this afternoon Brooks & Blake both we’re convinced they were in the presence of a gigantic frozen egg 🥚. No matter how many times I informed them, it was in fact, a turkey, they weren’t buying. Which, until now, I’d never really observed the similarities of both an egg & a shrink wrapped frozen turkey beast. Kids, they make the ordinary a little more extraordinary!
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#ad Being a mom isn't easy ESPECIALLY during the cold and flu season. That's why I love having the support of the #1 Mom trusted, TYLENOL.👏
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In times of need, I head straight to my neighborhood @walgreens for all my needs. It's so nice seeing familiar faces that greet me as I quickly find what I need. They are also the only retailer to carry all flavors of TYLENOL + they are all dye-free! Winning!🎉
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Being a #caregiver isn't easy because no wants to see their kids in pain. This is my challenge! But I'm feeling a lot more confident with these trusted brands on my side.💃🏽
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#repost from @_inspiremi I felt this on a whole other level! Being a single mom is not easy by any means. But I let a man lead me from Christ for far too long. So going outside of the will of God again, is NOT an option. If a man can’t pursue me God’s way, he ain’t the one! “Husbands, love your wives, just as Christ loved the church and gave himself up for her to make her holy, cleansing her by the washing with water through the word, and to present her to himself as a radiant church, without stain or wrinkle or any other blemish, but holy and blameless. In this same way, husbands ought to love their wives as their own bodies. He who loves his wife loves himself.”
‭‭Ephesians‬ ‭5:25-28‬ ‭NIV‬‬
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Emmy has been pretty sick for the last few days with a nasty cough + cold. She hasn’t left my side, day or night, for more than a few minutes as nothing compares to mama snuggles. It has me thinking about those newborn days when it seemed she was in my arms 24/7. .
Wow, it goes fast, doesn’t it? She looks sooooooo tiny. I can’t even take it. Even though these days can be endlessly long in this season of life with small kids, the years are flying by.
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I’d be okay if time slowed down for a bit now.

We got to Sarasota today! 🌴
This is our first vacation as a family and I am so excited! We flew down which was also a first to Tommy and the kids. They’ve also never seen the ocean which we’re going to see tomorrow! It’s been so fun seeing the kids eyes light up to all the new scenery and water! 🐠

Mama's!! Let me introduce you to the Tush Swiper from @eliandalibaby. This silicone applicator saves parents time (and mess) when applying diaper rash cream! Just swipe the cream on your baby's bottom and clean the appplicator with a cleansing wipe! The Tush Swiper can also be used for things like, lotion, sunscreen amd chest rub! ❤ I know know about you, but I hate getting that stuff on my fingers!!

Ella and I are OBSESSED with our @scoutbags🙌 The holidays to us mean family and traveling to visit family! This large spacious tote has plenty of room for all of our stuff, and is the perfect gift! Use my code SEASONSSCOUTINGS to get 15% off your order $50 or more at www.scoutbags.com✨ P.S. Ella isn't included with your purchase😂 #scoutbags#seasonsscoutings

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How much cuteness?!😍 Shop the New EVER HOODIE SET! Now live at shopultrakids.com

Kendall is getting so tall & looking more like a full blown toddler every day 😭
What age did you move your little to a twin/full bed?
We’ll be skipping toddler bed because of her height! I’m not ready for her to be out of a crib, but I feel like she’s almost too big for hers.

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This week is Thanksgiving week. No school, family is coming into town and we are giving thanks for all our blessings.
We are especially thankful for all the friends and community that we have here on Instagram. Through this platform Chloe has grown so much into her own personality. Thank to everyone that has been a part of our journey. We wish you a #happythanksgiving 🍂🍗❤️ #ChloeMai

Let the decorating begin!!! 🎄
For the first time ever I’m decorating for the holidays before thanksgiving. I’ve been in such a holiday spirit lately. ————
So today we are putting on Elvis Christmas music and decorating our house!
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Now we need a great holiday playlist, so tell me your favorite Christmas song.